KA44.1
Brachial plexus palsy in newborn
Brachial plexus palsy in newborn
Child Codes (3)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for brachial plexus palsy in newborn?
The ICD-11 code for brachial plexus palsy in newborn is KA44.1. The full clinical description is "Brachial plexus palsy in newborn".
What does ICD-11 code KA44.1 mean?
ICD-11 code KA44.1 represents “Brachial plexus palsy in newborn”. It is classified under Chapter 19: Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period.
What chapter is KA44.1 in?
KA44.1 is in Chapter 19: Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period (codes KA00-KD5Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code KA44.1?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for KA44.1 in the WHO crosswalk tables. This may mean the concept is classified differently in ICD-10. Use the ICD-11 to ICD-10 converter to search for related codes.
What is the difference between ICD-10 and ICD-11?
ICD-11 is the latest revision of the WHO's International Classification of Diseases, succeeding ICD-10. Key differences include: a fully digital-first design, new chapters for sleep-wake disorders, sexual health, and traditional medicine, improved coding for rare diseases, and better integration with electronic health records through extension codes.
What are the subcategories under KA44.1?
KA44.1 has 3 child codes, including: KA44.10 (Erb paralysis), KA44.11 (Klumpke paralysis), KA44.1Z (Brachial plexus palsy in newborn, unspecified).
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